Is Tarshon worth building in 2026?

Tarshon is a solid B-Tier champion with situational value. This Epic Defense from Demonspawn can be useful in specific team compositions, especially if you lack alternatives in their niche.

Best gear sets for Tarshon?

Recommended gear for Tarshon: Immortal or Resilience sets. As a Defense champion, prioritize sets that complement Tarshon's kit. Check the gear section below for stat targets.

Best masteries for Tarshon?

Tarshon runs Defense + Support mastery trees. Key mastery picks include Bulwark or Fearsome Presence (T6), Retribution, Lasting Gifts. The full recommended mastery page is available below with interactive selection.

Where is Tarshon best used?

Tarshon excels in Faction Wars (A-Tier), Clan Boss (B-Tier). Also strong in Hydra (B-Tier). Role varies by content — check the effectiveness breakdown below for full tier ratings.

RAID: Shadow Legends

Tarshon Guide

Epic
Spirit
Defense
Demonspawn

Tarshon earns a 3.2/5.0 rating because he is a highly competent specialist who lacks the versatility to reach the 'A-Tier' elite. His score is bolstered by his excellent base Defense and the rare combination of Turn Meter filling and reliable debuffing in a single Epic package, making him a standout for Hydra. However, his rating is held back by his Spirit affinity, which is disadvantageous in many endgame scenarios, and his lack of any unique 'game-breaking' mechanics like Revive or Unkillable. Compared to other Epic supports like Ursala the Mourner or Rector Drath, he provides less safety, m

Skills

Battering Ram — Attacks based on DEF (3.7x multiplier). The chance to place Decrease SPD increases to 100% if the target is under a Weaken debuff.
Lava Wave · CD 4 — Attacks based on DEF (3.9x multiplier). None
Demonic Zeal · CD 6 — Fills the Turn Meters of all allies by 15% if this Champion has 200 or more RES.
Heavy Hooves — Decreases the damage allies receive from Area of Effect (AoE) attacks by 15%. If there are multiple Champions on the team with this Skill, only one will activate.

Recommended build

Gear sets: Perception, Speed, Guardian

Synergies

Sicia Flametongue
Akoth the Seared
Magnarr
Prince Kymar